3 foolproof ways to style a leather dress
How to pull off a leather dress
Pulling off a leather dress is no easy feat. Sharp, edgy, and rebellious, a leather dress done wrong can easily conjure up ill-fated The Matrix vibes. But, if paired with the right accessories and silhouettes, a leather dress can become a flattering transitional item and a versatile staple piece for your wardrobe.
Bronx
Myr-aa Boxing Boots Yellow
$180.00
Anthropologie
-50%
Vince Camuto
Faux Suede Fit & Flare Dress in Rich Black at Nordstrom, Size Xx-Small
$59.50
$119.00
Nordstrom
-27%
endless rose
Faux-Suede Halter V-Neck Midi Dress Brown
$119.95
$165.00
Anthropologie
Gracia
A-Line Button-Down Vinyl Jacket Black
$78.99
Rue La La
-39%
Maeve
The Emmy Faux Leather Short-Sleeve Mini Dress by Maeve Blue
$89.95
$148.00
Anthropologie
endless rose
Midi Dress Brown
$69.99
Rue La La
-39%
Pilcro
The Rylan Faux Leather Relaxed High-Rise Flare Pants by Pilcro Brown
$89.95
$148.00
Anthropologie
Inspired by stylish Fashion Week looks, learn what shoes and accessories to wear with your leather dress, as well as many more rules to stay chic in your cool-girl leather ensemble.
1. From edgy to cozy
Give your leather dress a relaxed, chill vibe by pairing it with soft and casual pieces. For the Louis Vuitton FW23 show, Venus Williams styled her belted mini leather dress with a cozy wool grey coat, platform ankle boots, and a shiny red purse. Go from club-ready to brunch-ready just by swapping your heels for platform boots and throwing on your fluffiest coat!
-70%
INUIKII
Ankle boots White
$88.00
$295.00
Yoox.com
-67%
Hogan
Ankle boots Blue
$180.00
$545.00
Yoox.com
2. Monochrome chic
Keep your leather dress the focal point of your outfit by pairing it with minimal accessories. Take a page out of Helena Bordon’s book and let your leather dress speak for itself by pairing it with shoes in the same colour, creating a monochromatic look. If you’d like to add a pop of colour, top off your outfit with a contrasting purse.
-52%
AllSaints
Odyssey Knee High Suede Boots Brown
$239.20
$499.00
AllSaints
-53%
Silent D
Komass Knee-High Boots Gray
$79.95
$170.00
Anthropologie
-46%
AllSaints
Odyssey Knee High Leather Boots Black
$267.20
$499.00
AllSaints
Stuart Weitzman
Leather Knee-High Riding Boot Black
$364.99
Rue La La
3. Maximalist cowboy
Or if “minimalism be damned” is more your cup of tea, play with a Western take on the leather look. Accessorize with a cowboy hat, scarf or silk bandana, and gold jewellery. And as shown by this fashion week attendee, it works. So, why not?
Burberry
Pink Check Scarf
$167.87
HEWI
-16%
Versace
Baroque Scarves And Foulards Multicolor
$172.00
$204.00
Wanan Luxury
Saachi
Striped Sparkle Sheer Silk Wrap Gold
$44.99
Rue La La
-16%
Versace
Baroque Scarves And Foulards Multicolor
$172.00
$204.00
Wanan Luxury
-45%
AFRM
faux suede halter neck maxi dress with tie front in caramel-Brown
$132.00
$240.00
ASOS
-40%
Topshop
animal print pu shirtdress in khaki-Green
$56.00
$93.00
ASOS
-29%
Asos
crinkle PU full midi skirt in khaki green-Multi
$113.00
$159.00
ASOS
-10%
Asos
structured off the shoulder suede mini dress in bright blue
$71.99
$79.99
ASOS
Msgm
Crocodile-effect Faux Leather Mini Dress - Womens - Black
$660.00
MATCHES
Stand Studio
Jordan leather shirt dress
$1,004.00
Mytheresa
Stand Studio
Juno faux leather midi dress
$344.00
Mytheresa
Msgm
Faux-leather midi dress Green
$645.00
Mytheresa
Staud
Wells Panelled Faux-leather Midi Dress - Womens - Black
$425.00
MATCHES
Msgm
Shirred-cuff Faux-leather Dress - Womens - Navy Blue
$645.00
MATCHES
Nanushka
Joy faux leather shirt dress - Red
$599.00
Farfetch
Original text: Kayla Kuefler
Updated text and content: Emma Trimboli
